49ers Retain Jake Moody as Kicker After Greg Joseph Release

The San Francisco 49ers have released veteran kicker Greg Joseph, leaving Jake Moody as the sole kicker on the roster as he enters his third NFL season. This decision was driven largely by the team's significant injury issues, which have depleted the roster and made it impractical to keep two kickers. Moody, a third-round draft pick in 2023, struggled with accuracy during the latter part of the 2024 season but has made technical adjustments in the offseason to improve his performance. Both Moody and Joseph showed strong kicking abilities during training camp, with Joseph making 22 of 24 attempts and Moody 21 of 24, but the team ultimately favored Moody's potential and development. Coach Kyle Shanahan emphasized that the kicking position remains competitive and that changes could still occur if Moody's performance falters. Despite Moody's challenges, he is expected to have a significant role this season, and the 49ers' workload should provide him with ample opportunities to demonstrate improvement.